Met Lofts Uptown Residence
January 21, 2010
This loft was a total turn key design project. A dramatic 19′-0″ ceiling height greets you as you enter this two bedroom loft in Uptown. With the large windows flooding the entire space with natural light, the use of remote control solar shades allows the owner to control not only the amount of light but also the amount of heat as well. Pendant lighting above the freestanding bar top creates a visual separation within the kitchen and living areas. The upstairs of this unit includes a second bedroom and adjoining bath as well as a small office space and den area.
The dramatic windows draws your attention to the view and the expanse of the space itself
Contemporary style chair dressed in a stone colored leather dress up the living area
From above the kitchen and living room wall colors compliment the dark bamboo flooring
The large windows allow the natural light to carry the color on the large walls within the kitchen and living room areas
The open floorplan of the space places the kitchen in close proximity to the living area
The use of color on the wall behind the kitchen cabinets divides the space into kitchen and living areas
Inspiring artwork inspires me to pull color onto the walls of the master bedroom
The upstairs den provides the owner with a more intimate space for movie watching
Concentrix Studios
May 28, 2009
This local sound and recording studio came to Dragonfly Designs looking for a sleek image for their new space. The owners, Fred Story and his wife Becky, had a vision of a space that was inviting and warm as well as colorful and contemporary. This project allowed Dragonfly Designs to collaborate with sound technicians and architects to implement varied finishes throughout the space. Incorporating hardwoods, stone, carpet, fabrics, and furnishings into an eye catching, yet warming color palette allows this space to be urban and edgy. Working studios were designed around each artist’s personal selections of color as well as the furnishings. The private recording studios were designed to coordinate with the rest of the space. The break room saved a piece of Charlotte’s history by reclaiming old booths from the Mantis restaurant on South Blvd.
Front Entrance
Private Working Studio
Private Working Studio
Private Working Studio
Private Working Studio
Private Working Studio
Private Working Studio
Large Viewing Conference Room
Large Viewing Conference Room
Large Viewing Conference Room
Break Room
Private Recording Studio
Private Recording Studio
Private Recording Studio
2098 Euclid Avenue, Dilworth
April 4, 2009
2098 Euclid Avenue, Dilworth
This private residence is within a 30 unit structure located in Dilworth. There are many upgrades within this 3 story 3 bedroom condo. Such features include custom tile design, custom lighting design, motorized window treatments, furniture and accessory purchases along with construction administration. This space was originally used as the model unit for the realator to walk prospective buyers through to see all the options and upgrades. The design of this condo was a complete turn-key project including the bath towels in the bathrooms and dishes in the kitchen cabinets.
Kitchen
Entry Way
Custom Tile
Master Bedroom
Child's Bedroom
Guest Bedroom
The Details
Vessel Sinks
Charlotte Spring Home & Garden Show 2009
February 11, 2009
“Interior Design for Inspirational Comfort”
This year’s show is the first Spring Show Dragonfly Designs has been chosen to participate in. Recent personal changes have inspired our designer to create this library space that both husband and wife can use and enjoy. Pulling from family as inspiration, Dragonfly Designs has created a working space for business as well as pleasure. Providing a desk and storage for the business end of life and a comfy cozy leather chair to curl up in and read the day away. Including family photos and personal accessories that have been collected for generations helps to enable our designer’s continued inspiration and creativity in designing a client’s home.
Come join us at the Show in Room 4 located in Freedom Hall March 4-8 at the Park (formerly The Charlotte Mechandise Mart). Show hours: Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday 10am to 6pm and Friday & Saturday 10am to 9pm
Dragonfly Designs would like to thank all those who stopped by to visit at the Spring Home and Garden Show this year. The response was overwhelming and wonderful. Our “Inspirational Comfort” room took Second Place in this years design competetion. All the designers did such a wonderful job and the competition was close. Take care and look forward to next year.
Large tufted leather chair to slip in to and read the night away.
The leather top on the desk adds character when not in use but very user friendly while working.
A space to work or pick up a good book and relax.
Project Boards help keep your project on track.
A library to work, relax and be inspired
A simple desk and leather chair on wheels makes this space easy to create and work in.
Accessorize the shelves with books, collectables or photographs to personalize the space.
Southern Christmas Show 2008
November 24, 2008
Santa comes to Uptown…
This year was the first of what we hope to be many, many more Christmas Show Rooms at the Southern Christmas Show. We chose the uptown loft theme to enable patrons to experience a more non-traditional Christmas Celebration! Space, of course, is limited in a loft therefore more contemporary designed furniture and minimal use of accessories allowed for a spacious yet holiday oriented living space. The use of red, white and silver allows the room to glow in the spirit of the Holiday Season. The accent wall of brick not only creates a focal point within the living area but also adds a depth and texture to the space that evokes that true loft feel!
"Santa Claus Comes to Uptown"
Textured brick wall in background popular in uptown lofts.
Apply a fun, bold pattern to a small piece of furniture to make a mark on the room like this fabric on the matching cube ottomans.
Use of a double wooden rod to hang both sheers and linen window treatments.
All the trimmings...
Christmas Delivery
November 22, 2008
We had a client come to us with a request…A custom child’s bed for Christmas Day delivery! It is possible…we worked with a company called Never Grow Old Toys to create this custom CXT truck bed with mattress included for a four year old little boy to be surprised with on Christmas morning. Todd Alexander was wonderful to work with on this; it started with a photo of Daddy’s real truck and then the drawings began. It took about two months to get everything ironed out and completed but on Christmas morning everyone was in awe! The client has contacted me several times since and we have been told it is still the favorite item in the room. If you would like more information about a project like this please feel free to contact Dragonfly Designs to help make your little ones Christmas a memory!
Custom Bed-Delivered Christmas Day 2007
Custom Bed-Delivered Christmas Day 2007
Custom Bed-Delivered Christmas Day 2007
Private Residence
November 21, 2008
This remodel of a three bedroom, two and a half bath townhome in South Charlotte was one of my favorites. It was a bachelor pad when we started its makeover! White walls, brass light fixtures and hardware throughout, along with outdated appliances in the kitchen. So we created a plan to have a warm but neutral color scheme add life and definition to the walls; it really helped to enhance the great trim work throughout the home’s interior. Second step was to select new fixtures and hardware to replace the brass that existed. Once those items were installed it began to take shape; then it was onto the kitchen. All of the white appliances were replaced with more streamlined, stainless steel appliances that helped to open the space and allow for easier clean-up. Along with the appliances came the granite countertop, the old laminate was dark and dated, therefore by removing the countertop, we were able to open the space even more by installing a lighter, warmer granite as the new work surface. The original cabinets remained but received a good cleaning to help brighten them and appear new again. In each of the bathrooms, the plate glass mirrors were removed and new framed mirrors were installed. This helps customize without going overboard on style and budget. A new dining room table finished out this portion of the remodel; we have continued to help the owner update their home each month by adding something new to the mix!
Kitchen-Before
Kitchen-After
Kitchen-Before
Kitchen-After
Guest Bath-Before
Guest Bath-After
Dining-Before
Dining-After
Southern Ideal Home Show
November 21, 2008
This was our first time working with the Southern Shows to provide an inspiring design room for the Southern Ideal Home Show in September 2007. The constructed space was approximately 10 feet deep by 20 feet long. We chose to sample a contemporary look by using furniture supplied by EQ3 on South Boulevard. Included in the space was a dining area, a bar top table with a pendant light, the living area designated with the small scale sectional sofa in chocolate leather and the sleeping area with the bed that included a large fabric headboard along with a chest of drawers that helped to separate the living space from the sleeping space. The design concept behind the room was meant to show that smaller spaces can really have it all and still feel roomy and comfortable!
Designer Showroom-Contemporary
Designer Showroom-Details
Designer Showroom-Dining, Living, Sleeping
Pomilla Bench
November 21, 2008
This project was for a client that wanted to create a breakfast nook just off of their kitchen. The client’s desire was to make the seating area comfortable for entertaining and having conversations while she prepared meals. “I want my guests to be with me while I make dinner but I want it to feel like we are in our living area.” Therefore, the custom banquette was produced to do just that, bring the comfort of the living area into the eating area. You will notice that the seat is leather, ease of the cleaning spills and other foods. Also, the other two fabrics used are colorfast as well have been treated with a fabric protector to ensure the longevity of the piece.
Custom Banquette Seating
Custom Banquette Seating
Custom Banquette Seating
Uptown Condo
July 31, 2008
- Custom Tile Design
- Custom Lighting Design
- Space Planning
- Construction Administration
- Furniture Procurement
- Accessories
Living Room View 1
Living Room View 2
Living Room View 3
Living Room View 4
Bedroom
Bathroom